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Physician Coder Specialist – GI
Ochsner Health. Review and accurately code professional services, including evaluation and management, procedures, hospital outpatient surgeries/procedures, and observation patients .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining accuracy in documentation. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for effective interaction with providers and team members.
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ICD-10 CodingCPT CodingHCPCS CodingMedical Documentation ReviewRegulatory Compliance
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Hard Skills
ICD-10CPTHCPCSMedical CodingData EntryCoding PrinciplesQuality ManagementAnalytical SkillsDecision-MakingProblem-Solving
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationCollaborationAttention to Detail
Tools & Technologies
Windows ApplicationsRole-Specific Software
Industry Keywords
Professional Services CodingEvaluation and ManagementOutpatient SurgeriesCompliance StandardsMedicareMedicaidThird-Party Payer
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Review and accurately code professional services, including evaluation and management, procedures, hospital outpatient surgeries/procedures, and observation patients
- Assign ICD-10, CPT, and/or HCPCS codes within established guidelines
- Review medical documentation and validate that it supports assigned codes
- Research patient accounts in response to questions and errors
- Meet department productivity and accuracy standards
- Communicate with providers for clarification or additional documentation
- Collaborate with team members and other departments to meet monthly departmental goals, including DNFB, Pre-AR, denials, and claim edits
- Verify correct discharge disposition when appropriate
- Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements
- Report known or suspected unethical, questionable, privacy, safety, or compliance-related concerns
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School diploma or equivalent
- 1 year of coding experience
- Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software packages, and keyboard
- Knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and coding principles
- Decision-making, problem-solving, analytical, and quality management skills
- Ability to comply with Medicare, Medicaid, third-party payer, federal, state, and local requirements
Benefits
Comp & perks- Remote permanent opportunity
- Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
- Equal opportunity employment
- Accessible application process and accommodation support